St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1887-03-25
DAUGHTER OF THE REGIMENT
Repetition of the Success of MILE.
dekussan IA the Grand.

When critical reference comprehends a
musical work which has already withstood the
storms of cauStic inspection for decade;
when the verdict of n thoughtful public and a
multitude of musicians has been favorable
one, very little remains but an opportunity
to study the production and review the work
of the artists who determine its local success
or failure That there must have been ele-
mentS of life and popularity in DoniZetti'S
romantic opera LA Figlia Del Reggimento''
need not be said. The opinion of local
cririques must necessarily have little TO do
with the question of the composition itself,
when it is remembered that nearly all of the
greatest dramatic singers Of this era have sue
cessiyely assumed its leading roles Last
night the Boston Ideals repeated the opera
before one of the most stylish audiences
that has caused the Grand to overflow
in a long time. Every box was filled, every
seat occupied by an appreciative spectator.
The favorable impressions of the first per-
formance were very much strengthened;
there was a stronger and better ensemble,
more perfect work among the principals and
a creditable smoothneSs and polish. The
more opportunities one has of hearing Mile.
de Lussan, the more they become attached
TO the charming little vocalste, her clever
manner and artistic work. Her Marie is a
characterization which is well nigh ideal and
fits her to perfection, There is so much
yivacity-of native righteousness in her
ways; so much that is unusual in her voice
and pyrotechnic exhibition, that add
miratiou alone expresses the senti-
ment one feels at the splendid
display. Considered vocally her tone produc-
ton is absolutely perfect; there is nothing in
the voice from its lowest note to its highest
altitude that leaves anything but pleasant i'm
pressioEs. With due candor it seems that
this gem of song, in all of its perfection, is
not set in appropriate surroundings. A voice
like that possessed by Mile. de Lussan has no
need to stop short, for even limited period,
of grand opera. Dramatically and vocally
there is the greatest promise and an abund-
ance of talent. She is no doubt the queen,
we'll as the greatest and most gifted artistic of
this age, upon the English opera stage. 1t is
hoped that Manager Foster will, in his CON-
pary which takes the road next season, find
appropriate surroundings tor this unusual
lady. Her various ariaS last night were
warmly received, as they were at the first
presentation, and at the close of
the second act her clever work brought TO
the footlights handsome floral piece
upon which the legend, From friends at the
Ryan" was penned upon card, with the
names of the donors. The audience was en-
thusiastic. and demanded the temperance
of The singer. The curtain was rung up and
as pretty a scene was displayed as one cares
to see. The blending of the color of the roses
with the flush of excitement on Mile. de Lus-
sans face made Il pretty contrast with the
elegant costume, which afforded light back
ground.
There is no doubt now but that the opera i S
| an unqualified hit With the exception of q
slight disposition to drag, it went along like Il
much older performance. OF the remainder
of the cast, H. c. Clark appeared to much bet
ter advantage. He is a baSSo of fine prom
Use, and can sing q song not unworthy of his
predecessor, Myron W. W hitney. Father Sui
pisio is evidently his greatest role, and he
does it well.
10 To o. &c
| HANGED by an unusual makeup. which, ad ded
TO her vocal and dramatic accomplishments,
left little to be desired. Tom Karl gave
pleasant impersOnation of Tonic, and seemed
TO be in good voice. From dramatic stand
point his work seemed to lack the ZeSt and
fire of youth, but certain amount of indif-
ference always comes with age, and perhaps
this accounted for it. Henry c. Barnabee is
always himself. His work is as admirable to-
day as it was when he sang at the dedication
Of one of tue most recent pyramids of Egypt.
He was and is always funny. 1t used to be
said of him that he would make man laugh
if he were escaping from q burning building
with rescued woman in his arms. J. G. Mi
ron. as the Corporal. dspla yed a large bass
voice aud knowledge of military science.
This evening the Mus keteers'' will be re-
peated, and on Saturday Mile de Lussan will
make her last appearance here this season as
Fanchette, in Victor, the Bluestocking."
AMUSEMENT NOTES.
Sale Of seats for Lawrence Barrett's en-
gagement next week opens this morning. 1t
will be the first production Of "Rienzi' in this
city and will be played all week.
!, Sgnor Jannotta had q full orchestra re-
hearSal Of his new opera. ''Alidor,'' Mt the
Grand opera house yesterday afternoon. in
the presence of the principals of the Boston
Ideal company and the ladies and gentlemen
composing the chorus. The orchestration
was onouneed to be magnificent success
nr,6 fInr tnfin hiatt no.
would prove the greatest musical sensation
of the day.